Baidu's Hong Kong listing upgrade opens path to mainland capital

EquitiesSearch company poised to access Stock Connect link as shares slump, ad revenue sinksBaidu, a Chinese search and AI company, has upgraded its Hong Kong stock to a primary listing alongside its Nasdaq shares. © ReutersCISSY ZHOU and LORRETTA CHENSeptember 1, 2026 11:45 JSTHONG KONG -- Shares of Baidu dipped on Tuesday as the Chinese search company's conversion to a primary listing on the Hong Kong Exchange took effect, opening a door to access capital from mainland investors.